USA Quiz

What is NOT a nickname for the American flag?

• The Star-Spangled Banner

• Old Glory

• The Stars and Stripes

• The Union Jack

Answer explanation

The Union Jack is the nickname for the flag of the United Kingdom.

How many stars does the American Flag have?

• 50

• 43

• 61

• 51

Answer explanation

There are 50 stars representing the 50 states.

How many stripes does the American flag have?

• 10

• 11

• 12

• 13

Answer explanation

There are 13 stripes representing the 13 original colonies.

Who is currently President of the United States of America?

• Donald Trump

• Barack Obama

• Joe Biden

• Kamala Harris

Answer explanation

Joe Biden is currently POTUS. Kamala Harris is Vice President.

What was the main reason for the American Civil War (1861-1865)?

• High taxes

• Slavery

• Corrupt government

• Revenge

Answer explanation

The landowners of the South saw a great danger in getting rid of slavery. The Northern states, however, wanted to end slavery.

What is the federal capital of the United States?

• New York City

• Los Angeles

• Las Vegas

• Washington, D.C.

Answer explanation

Washington D.C. has been the federal capital of the United States since 1800.

Where is Washington D.C.?

• A

• B

• C

• D

• E

Answer explanation

Don't confuse Washington D.C. with the state of Washington in the north-west!

Who is this?

• Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

• Dr. Dre

• Michael Jackson

• Barack Obama

Answer explanation

For what did the US get negative media attention in the last few years?

• Treatment of immigrants

• School shootings

• Donald Trump

• Police brutality

Answer explanation

... and I could have added a dozen more answers!

Which of these are the two big political parties in the US?

• Democrats

• Labour Party

• Republicans

• The Tories

Answer explanation